Birnie Brae
Mountain in Scotland · 508 m
The hike up Birnie Brae
The route starts at walkers — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Birnie Brae?
Birnie Brae is 508 m above sea level and lies in Scotland. Its prominence is 31 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Birnie Brae?
From walkers it is about 4.4 km one way with 309 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 22 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Birnie Brae?
The nearest parking is walkers (west of the peak) — 4.4 km on foot · ↑ 309 m · about 2 h 22 min round trip. Alternative: Hethpool (north of the peak) (about 9.0 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Birnie Brae in Conquer?
Yes — Birnie Brae is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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